Burhanpur
Burhanpur is a district in the Madhya Pradesh State of India. The total area of Burhanpur district is 3,427 km², which includes 3,345.82 km² of rural area and 81.18 km² of urban area. There are about 261 villages in Burhanpur district.
For administrative convenience, Burhanpur district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 3 tehsils in Burhanpur district. Here is the list of all Burhanpur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Burhanpur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burhanpur | 1,054 | 4,33,584 |
| 2 | Khaknar | 993 | 1,33,269 |
| 3 | Nepanagar | 1,381 | 1,90,994 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Burhanpur District
Nepanagar is the largest tehsil in burhanpur district by area, while Burhanpur is the largest by population. Khaknar is the smallest tehsil in burhanpur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Nepanagar | Burhanpur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Khaknar | Khaknar |
Population of Burhanpur District
The population of Burhanpur offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Burhanpur, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,57,847 | 4,97,560 | 2,60,287 |
| Total Male Population | 3,88,504 | 2,54,978 | 1,33,526 |
| Total Female Population | 3,69,343 | 2,42,582 | 1,26,761 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,22,869 | 87,926 | 34,943 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 63,874 | 45,631 | 18,243 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 58,995 | 42,295 | 16,700 |
| Literate Population | 4,08,679 | 2,29,184 | 1,79,495 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,33,073 | 1,35,496 | 97,577 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,75,606 | 93,688 | 81,918 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,49,168 | 2,68,376 | 80,792 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,55,431 | 1,19,482 | 35,949 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,93,737 | 1,48,894 | 44,843 |
| Households | 1,46,341 | 97,842 | 48,499 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Burhanpur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Burhanpur district is 7,57,847, including 3,88,504 males and 3,69,343 females. In rural areas, it is 4,97,560, including 2,54,978 males and 2,42,582 females. In urban areas, it is 2,60,287, including 1,33,526 males and 1,26,761 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Burhanpur district is 1,22,869, including 63,874 boys and 58,995 girls. In rural areas, it is 87,926, including 45,631 boys and 42,295 girls. In urban areas, it is 34,943, including 18,243 boys and 16,700 girls.
- Literate population in Burhanpur district is around 4,08,679, including 2,33,073 males and 1,75,606 females. In rural areas, it is 2,29,184, including 1,35,496 males and 93,688 females. In urban areas, it is 1,79,495, including 97,577 males and 81,918 females.
- Illiterate population in Burhanpur district is about 3,49,168, including 1,55,431 males and 1,93,737 females. In rural areas, it is 2,68,376, including 1,19,482 males and 1,48,894 females. In urban areas, it is 80,792, including 35,949 males and 44,843 females.
- There are about 1,46,341 households in Burhanpur district, including 97,842 in rural areas and 48,499 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Burhanpur. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 64,254 | 41,672 | 22,582 |
| SC Male Population | 33,037 | 21,527 | 11,510 |
| SC Female Population | 31,217 | 20,145 | 11,072 |
| Total ST Population | 2,30,095 | 2,22,132 | 7,963 |
| ST Male Population | 1,16,420 | 1,12,338 | 4,082 |
| ST Female Population | 1,13,675 | 1,09,794 | 3,881 |
| Population Density | 221 / km² | 149 / km² | 3,206 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Burhanpur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Burhanpur district is approximately 64,254, including 33,037 males and 31,217 females. In rural areas, it is 41,672, including 21,527 males and 20,145 females. In urban areas, it is 22,582, including 11,510 males and 11,072 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Burhanpur district is about 2,30,095, including 1,16,420 males and 1,13,675 females. In rural areas, it is 2,22,132, including 1,12,338 males and 1,09,794 females. In urban areas, it is 7,963, including 4,082 males and 3,881 females.
- Overall population density of Burhanpur district is around 221 people per km². Rural areas have about 149 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,206 people per km².